Venepuncture and Cannulation for Healthcare Professionals
Venepuncture and Cannulation for Healthcare Professionals
- Clinical Skills
- Short Course
- Allied Health
What You Will Learn
In this course, participants will learn:
- Anatomy and physiology relevant to venepuncture and peripheral IV cannulation.
- Vein selection and equipment choice for different clinical situations.
- Safe venepuncture and cannulation techniques within scope of practice.
- Infection prevention and control, including aseptic technique.
- Recognition, management, documentation, and communication of procedure-related complications.
Who This Course Is For
This course is designed for healthcare professionals who require venepuncture and peripheral IV cannulation skills as part of their clinical role. It is suitable for practitioners seeking to develop or formalise these skills in a structured training setting, with a focus on safe technique, infection control, and practice within their professional scope.
Course Structure
This course includes e-learning modules, a face-to-face practical session, and a workplace assessment.
Program Type:
Short Course / Workshop
Delivery Mode:
Online e-learning module
Covers theory, safety protocols, legal considerations, and clinical decision-making
1-day face-to-face practical workshop
Includes hands-on simulation, insertion technique practice, and equipment handling.
Workplace application
Skills must be successfully applied under supervision in the participant’s workplace to complete the program
